The Somali government has assured Pakistan of full cooperation in safe return of 10 Pakistani nationals who have been held hostage by pirates.
Reports said that Somali authorities have pledged to assist in ensuring the safe return of the Pakistani citizens.
The issue was formally raised by Pakistan with the Somali government, emphasizing the urgency of securing the hostages’ release.
The abducted crew members are from the ship “Honour 25”, which was seized by Somali pirates.
Among the hostages are individuals from Karachi. Families of the kidnapped crew have expressed deep concern and are urging the government to take immediate action.
Earlier this week, families urged the government to take an urgent action as eleven Pakistani crew members are being held hostage after pirates seized the oil tanker “Honour 25” near the Somali coast on April 21.
Family members have appealed to authorities for immediate action, describing the ordeal as an emotional struggle for their loved ones.
One relative said the crew members risked their lives to provide for their families, and their absence has caused immense distress, particularly for young children anxiously awaiting their fathers’ return.
“My brother in law (husband’s brother) is currently among the crew of an oil tanker that has been hijacked near the Somali coast. It has now been several days, and the situation is becoming increasingly distressing.
source:Pakistan Observer.
